Conclusion

All animals live in habitats. Habitats provide food, water, and shelter which animals need to
survive, but there is more to survival than just the habitat. Animals also depend on their physical
features to help them obtain food, keep safe, build homes, withstand weather, and attract
mates. These physical features are called called physical adaptations. Physical adaptations do not
develop during an animal's life but over many generations. The shape of a bird's beak, the
number of fingers, color of the fur, the thickness or thinness of the fur, the shape of the nose or
ears are all examples of physical adaptations which help different animals to survive.

There are many aniamls in the world. All animals have different adaptations that must be met.
Animal homes vary from dens, burrows, hollow logs, galls on plants and trees, and numerous
types of nests. Look for signs of animal homes by listening for animal sounds such as birds
singing , the rustling of animal movement, and the sounding of alarms. Observe tracks and trails
found in mud, sand, or snow. Notice feeding signs such as chew marks on plants, animal
remains, and droppings or scat. Look for traces of feathers, fur, antlers, shells, and skins. By
learning about the habits and characteristics of animals, you will be able to locate and identify
many of their homes.

No one in the world knows how many animals there are. The best answer we can give is they
are still being discovered everyday!

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